Blue Jays Return; Rookie Yesavage To Start World Series

The Toronto Blue Jays are back in the World Series for the first time since 1993 after a dramatic ALCS capped by George Springer’s Game 7 home run. The club has announced its 26-man roster for the Fall Classic and will start rookie Trey Yesavage, a 2024 first‑round pick who rose rapidly through the minors and impressed in the postseason. Shortstop Bo Bichette, out since Sept. 6 with a knee sprain, has returned and could DH or take infield reps, while José Berríos and Anthony Santander were omitted from the roster. The roster includes 14 position players and 12 pitchers and features Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as the team’s marquee star under a long-term deal. Toronto’s balanced lineup, youthful depth and improved pitching helped carry the club to the Fall Classic and have reignited national interest across Canada.